Local Council Swears In Veteran Chairman Warner After Tight Races
Budget discussion highlights swearing in of Chairman Warner the veteran winner over Mike Toole in a Tuesday special election. McKenzie edges Libertarian Doug Greene, Hightower survives a write-in by Lester Smalls, Butler and Ferrara secure GOP primaries, then unopposed in April 27 vote. Libertarian protest filed over McKenzie-Greene result at 628 to 623. hearing set for Thursday night amid delays to satisfy Justice Department and NAACP reapportionment concerns.
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FCC Sets Benchmark Price Cut for Cable Rates
The FCC adopted a benchmark 10 percent rate cut for basic service as part of re regulation law. Companies with local monopoly charge about 10 percent more for basic service, including local channels and access channels. After initial cuts, a price cap will limit future increases until a competitor arrives.
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Charleston Base Closing Fight Focus Shifts to Washington
Charleston leaders argue to keep naval facilities open as Defense Base Closure Commission hearings wrap. Mayor Riley cites potential loss of 34 000 government jobs and a 1 billion payroll, urging the commission to spare Charleston. Governor Campbell pledges ongoing contact with the panel, while officials push to add bases to the review list.
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Joseph P. Riley Jr
Carroll Campbell
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Jim Courter
Commission
Libertarians protest delays and irregularities in local election
Libertarian director Denton T Johnson says a protest will be heard at 6:20 about disallowing votes in four precincts and poll managers failing to follow procedures on challenged ballots. He cites discrepancies in vote totals and blocking poll watchers. The party seeks full records and powers to investigate, while warning against pre hearing press remarks and personal attacks.
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Leisure Times Cruises Opens In Aiken Area
Brenda Goode launches Leisure Times Cruises after moving from 9420 Dougherty Rd. to across from Tripp Survey, offering Carnival and Regency specials, five day Yucatan cruises, and personalized planning. She highlights smaller ships for better service and will book flexible appointments. Contact 641-9977.
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